Boeing Starliner Astronaut Mission Set to Launch

Historic Mission Approaches

Countdown to Certification

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is set to embark on its first astronaut mission, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey to astronaut transportation. The mission, scheduled to launch on a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket, will carry two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).

The historic mission will be a pivotal step in Boeing's efforts to certify Starliner for regular astronaut transport to and from the ISS. The spacecraft has undergone extensive testing and modifications since its maiden flight in 2019, which experienced technical difficulties during its approach to the space station.

The upcoming mission will provide NASA with valuable data and allow Boeing to demonstrate Starliner's capabilities before it is approved for operational missions. The astronauts aboard the spacecraft will conduct a range of experiments and participate in scientific research during their stay on the ISS.